Saturn (band)
Saturn | |
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Saturn's Online Album cover for Naya Din, 2013. | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Genres | Progressive rock, progressive metal, groove metal |
| Years active | 2003–Present |
| Members | Shahbaz Zaidi Salman Zaidi Aashir Shahbaz Asad Usman Rawal Shadab Ahamad |
| Website | saturn1 |
Saturn (Urdu: سیٹرن) is a progressive rock band from Islamabad, Pakistan, formed in 2003. The group was founded by lead guitarist and songwriter Salman Zaidi and vocalist & lyricist Shahbaz Zaidi, who were later joined by bassist Aashir, drummer Shahbaz Asad, and rhythm guitarist Usman Ahmad Khan. The band is well known for being one of the pioneering progressive rock groups in Pakistan. Saturn became famous after releasing their debut track "Raakh" which is Urdu for "Ashes". They later gained more popularity for their energetic performances and stage presence. Saturn is known as one of the loudest bands of Pakistan. Their debut album Naya Din was released on April 7, 2013.